Arctic Dawn Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category distributed remains of wreck
Arctic dawn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 35.368 N,2 0.782 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.589467
  • Longitude: -2.013033
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ARCTIC DAWN
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 15
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 3, 1957
Original Detection Year 1957
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date May 13, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the Arctic Dawn is located off the Dorset coast in the English Channel at coordinates 50 35.368 N, 2 0.782 W. This derelict vessel sank while on tow on September 6, 1957, with only its mast initially visible. Historical records indicate the site was previously logged for filing purposes near Wyke Regis but was never officially charted, making it an obscure underwater obstruction for divers and mariners in the area.

Surveying Details

H3900/57 6.9.57 DERELICT AND LATER SANK WHILE ON TOW. MAST JUST SHOWING. (LL, 3.7.57, COASTGUARD WYKE REGIS, 4.7.57). POSN 503520N, 020042W FOR FILING ONLY. NEVER CHARTED.

Circumstances of loss

DERELICT AND LATER SANK WHILE ON TOW. (LL & COASTGUARD WYKE REGIS).

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FAQ

Where is the ARCTIC DAWN wreck located?

The ARCTIC DAWN wreck is located at coordinates 50 35.368 N,2 0.782 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ARCTIC DAWN?

The seabed around the ARCTIC DAWN lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the ARCTIC DAWN sink?

The ARCTIC DAWN sank on Jul 3, 1957.

When was the wreck of the ARCTIC DAWN discovered?

The wreck of the ARCTIC DAWN was discovered in 1957.

What country did the ARCTIC DAWN belong to?

The ARCTIC DAWN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ARCTIC DAWN?

The ARCTIC DAWN had a tonnage of 15 tons.

What type of wreck is the ARCTIC DAWN?

The ARCTIC DAWN is classified as a sailing vessel.

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